Transcription of Working Safely with Chainsaws
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Working Safely with ChainsawsChainsaws are efficient and productive portable power tools used in many industries. They are also potentially dangerous if not used correctly and carefully. Proper operation and maintenance greatly reduce the risk for injury when using Area Safety Ensure the area is marked and that there are no people in the immediate area. Other workers should be twice as far as the height of the trees being felled. Identify and clear any obstacles that may interfere with stable footing, cutting, or impede retreat/movement paths.
Working Safely with Chainsaws ... • Identify electrical lines in and near the ... • Do not cut directly overhead. • Shut off or release throttle prior to retreating. • Shut off or engage the chain brake whenever the saw is carried more than 50 feet or across
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